How to remove ERR_SPDY_PROTOCOL_ERROR

About this threat

The most probable reasonERR_SPDY_PROTOCOL_ERRORads are showing up is because of an ad-supported software infection. This is a classic tech-support scam that tries to frighten users into calling certain numbers where they would be fooled into providing remote access to their operating system. If an ad-supported software is behind these ads, they will be interfering with your browsing constantly. An adware commonly installs during the freeware installation. Just to be clear, the adverts are rather harmless by themselves, and if you do not dial the number, no damage will be done. The reason calling them is not a wise idea is because they would try to scam you out of a lot of money, or some malicious software would be installed. You should never call the numbers in these questionable adverts, and you should be cautious about who you give remote access to your PC. And if you’re still concerned about the warning you are getting, it is false, and your system is secure. So as to make the alerts disappear, all you need to do is eliminate ERR_SPDY_PROTOCOL_ERROR.

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How does it behave

Since no one would knowingly install adware, it normally is distributed via free programs. If the software has something added, and you choose Default settings, you will not see it. Instead of Default, pick Advanced (Custom) settings. If you notice any items trying to install, unmark them. And if you feel they might be of use, remember that they didn’t intend to properly disclose their installation, and you would have unknowingly installed them. Pay close attention to what you install onto the system, and how you do it, unless you wish to regularly end up having to uninstall ERR_SPDY_PROTOCOL_ERROR or similar.

All of these kinds of alerts are the same, they all want to trick users into believing that their system is encountering some type of issues. Scammers will think of all kinds schemes, such as malevolent programs, licensing or system issues. It’s also common for the alert to include warnings about data loss or leaks since this makes users panic. A phone number would also be conveniently given, which would allegedly connect you to tech-support people who would repair the problem. Legitimate companies will never ask you to call them, so keep that in mind. For example, if Apple or Microsoft is asking you to call them, it’s definitely a scam attempt. These scammers would try to convince you that there is a lot wrong with your computer, and that they’re the only ones who can solve the issue, which of course, would cost you a lot. Quite a few users fall for these scams because they might be somewhat elaborate, which is why tech-support scams still exist. It isn’t hard to imagine why somebody may fall for these scams because if they’re popping up regularly, they might look pretty legitimate. If us claiming it is a scam not sufficient, you could easily make sure by using a search engine to look into it. Probably, the first few results will confirm that it’s a scam. So don’t pay any attention to the alerts and just deal with the problem. If the warnings are frequent, you will need to delete ERR_SPDY_PROTOCOL_ERROR ad-supported program to make them stop.

ERR_SPDY_PROTOCOL_ERROR uninstallation

We doubt you will have trouble with ERR_SPDY_PROTOCOL_ERROR termination because it is not hard. You can optto terminate ERR_SPDY_PROTOCOL_ERROR manually or automatically, depending on how experienced you are with computers. If you pick the former, you will have to locate the infection’s location yourself, but we’ll provide removal guidelines below. Automatic methods means you’ll have to download anti-spyware software and have it eliminate ERR_SPDY_PROTOCOL_ERROR for you. After you eliminate the program bringing about the pop-ups, they should no longer pop up.

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f) Restore your homepage on Google Chrome

Open Google Chrome and press the menu icon on the right, next to the URL field.

Choose Settings.

In the window that appears, under On startup, there will be a Set pages option. Press on that.

Remove the set website, and type in the one you prefer to be your homepage. Press OK.

In Settings, under Search, there is a Manage search engines option. Select that.

Remove all search engines except the one you want to use. Click Done.

g) Reset Google Chrome

Open Google Chrome and press the menu icon on the right, next to the URL field.

Choose Settings.

Scroll down and press on Show advanced settings.

Find and press the Reset button.

In the confirmation window that appears, press Reset.

h) Remove ERR_SPDY_PROTOCOL_ERROR from Mozilla Firefox

Open Mozilla Firefox and access the menu by clicking on the three bars on the right of the screen.

Select Add-ons.

Select the Extensions tab, and remove all questionable extensions.

If you are not certain about an extension, you can disable it by clicking Disable. If you later decide to keep it, simply press Enable.

i) Restore your homepage on Mozilla Firefox

Open Mozilla Firefox and access the menu by clicking on the three bars on the right side of the screen.

Select Options.

In General, click Restore to Default below the Home Page field.

j) Reset Mozilla Firefox

Open Mozilla Firefox and access the menu by clicking on the three bars on the right of the screen.

Press the question mark at the bottom of the menu.

Select Troubleshooting Information.

Select the Refresh Firefox option.

k) Remove ERR_SPDY_PROTOCOL_ERROR from Safari (for Mac)

Open Safari.

Select Preferences (can be accesses by pressing on Safari at the top of your screen).

Choose the Extensions tab.

Uninstall all questionable extensions.

If you are not certain about an extension, you can disable it by unchecking the box that says Enabled. If you later decide to keep it, simply check the box again.

l) Reset Safari

If you are using the Yosemite, El Capitan or the Sierra versions, the option to reset Safari with one click is not available. Thus you will have to clear the history and empty the caches in separate steps.

Open Safari.

Select Clear History (can be accesses by pressing on Safari at the top of your screen).

Choose from what time you want the history deleted, and press Clear History.

Press on Safari at the top of the screen and select Preferences.

Select the Advanced tab and check the box next to Show Develop menu in menu bar.

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